High School Art Teacher — Cultivate Creativity & Growth

Npfeschools; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 51,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

New Paradigm For Education (NPFE) in Detroit, MI seeks a dedicated High School Art Teacher to deliver an elective course and foster high expectations. You will create engaging, standards-aligned instruction and build strong relationships with students and families to support achievement.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in education or fine arts and Michigan teaching certification, plus prior classroom experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or subject area (fine arts, etc.).
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate or on a path to obtain one.
• Prior classroom experience is highly preferred.
• Strong alignment with the school's mission and goals.
• Ability to foster a positive, culturally responsive classroom culture.
• Belief that all students can achieve postsecondary success.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students and adults.

Responsibilities

• Possesses and implements knowledge of high school pedagogy and art.
• Writes and implements lesson plans grounded in the curriculum.
• Keeps and uses up-to-date data to monitor student progress.
• Integrates content knowledge into curricula and connects topics.
• Designs instruction reflecting best practices and standards.
• Leads a culture of learning with high expectations.
• Engages families and maintains collaborative relationships.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Culturally responsive teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Michigan Teaching Certificate (or in progress)

Job description

New Paradigm For Education (NPFE) in Detroit, MI seeks a dedicated High School Art Teacher to deliver an elective course and foster high expectations. You will create engaging, standards-aligned instruction and build strong relationships with students and families to support achievement.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in education or fine arts and Michigan teaching certification, plus prior classroom experience.